Accounting Manager or Assistant Controller

Accounting Manager or Assistant Controller Location San Francisco, CA. This position follows a hybrid work schedule, with in-office expectations 3 days/week. Job Description This is a highly visible role that will partner closely with senior leadership and provide broad exposure across fund accounting, corporate accounting, financial reporting, and operational finance. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and excited to contribute to a dynamic, growing organization. Responsibilities Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements, audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting requirements Coordinate with external service providers, including fund administrators, auditors, and tax advisors Support investment and fund accounting activities, including transaction processing and investment-related reporting Manage banking activities, cash movements, capital activity, and other treasury-related processes Maintain accounting documentation, internal controls, and operational procedures to support an effective control environment Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities Partner with internal stakeholders on special projects, operational initiatives, and ad hoc analysis Support investor reporting and other finance-related projects as needed Requirements 5+ years of accounting experience, including experience within investment management, private equity, venture capital, or fund administration environments Strong understanding of fund accounting, financial reporting, and accounting operations Ability to manage multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced environment Excellent organizational, communication, and relationship-management skills CPA preferred but not required Compensation Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors, including but not limited to: The individual's skill sets, experience, and training; Licensure and certifications; Office location and other geographic considerations; Other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco by Highspring notes that the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Equal Opportunity Notice Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (\"we,\" \"our,\" or \"Vaco by Highspring\") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal . For residents of Ontario, Canada only: to the extent the position for employment is not with Highspring or not otherwise noted as vacant above, candidate should be informed that this role is to replace a presently employed person at Vaco by Highspring's client. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR and UK GDPR may access our policies here. Additionally, submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. More details about Vaco by Highspring's use of AI can be found here ( Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase will be conducted by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco by Highspring does not know and cannot opine on if its client's use of AI products in hiring. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; and other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits). #J-18808-Ljbffr Vaco by Highspring